Price Guide for 1983 Quarter Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $11.00 – $184.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $15,862.50
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eBayCirculated: $3.75 – $16.50Uncirculated: $5.00 – $620.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $9.00 – $1,410.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.25 – $34.17Uncirculated: $4.25 – $1,350.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $1,050.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $89.00 – $504.00
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eBayUncirculated: $33.00 – $470.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $40.00 – $500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $495.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $212.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2.00 – $34.00
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eBayUncirculated: $40.00 – $72.00
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eBayUncirculated: $25.00
Design and Specifications of the 1983 Quarter
The 1983 Quarter continued the Washington Quarter design, which was first introduced in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth. This coin represents a period of stable design in U.S. coinage, as it maintained the same obverse and reverse designs that had been in use for over 50 years.
In 1983, the United States was experiencing economic recovery under President Ronald Reagan’s administration, and these quarters played a role in everyday commerce during this period of growth and change.
| Weight | 5.67 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.26 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D |
| Composition | 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel (clad) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of George Washington, designed by John Flanagan |
| Reverse Design | Heraldic eagle with arrows and olive branch, designed by John Flanagan |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1983 Quarters. While these coins are common in circulated grades, they become increasingly valuable in higher mint state conditions. Coins in MS65 and above can command significant premiums, especially if they exhibit strong luster and minimal contact marks.
The strike quality is particularly important for this issue, as well-struck examples with full detail on the high points of the design (such as Washington’s hair and the eagle’s feathers) are more desirable. Toning can also impact value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding higher prices among collectors.
Mintage: 673,535,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 617,806,446
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
While the 1983 Quarter is generally common, there are factors that can increase its value:
1. Full Steps: Quarters with fully defined steps on Monticello’s base (on coins from 1932-1998) are highly prized.
2. Die Varieties: Although no major varieties are known for 1983, any discovered doubled die or other die variety could be valuable.
3. Error Coins: Off-center strikes, wrong planchet errors, or other mint errors can significantly increase value.
4. Cameo Contrast: For proof issues (not minted in 1983 for circulation), strong contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields (known as cameo or deep cameo) can increase value.
